| If you are considering relocating to this beautiful region | | | | them and explain the contents. |
| of the world, you are not alone. The Sunshine Coast | | | | In addition to learning about Australia through the book, |
| of Australia is an incredible location to work, play and | | | | visa applicants must also sign the Australian Values |
| live and many people choose to call this location home. | | | | Statement. This is a statement by which newcomers |
| The government of Australia welcomes anyone who | | | | agree to live their lives according to Australian norms |
| wished to come here from anywhere on earth, but | | | | and to follow all the laws of the region. A visa will not |
| they do want those new Aussies to have a good | | | | be granted to anyone who does not sign this |
| understanding of the country that they choose to | | | | agreement which was instituted in 2007. Those who |
| make their residence. To become eligible for citizenship | | | | are applying for a Humanitarian visa will be required to |
| the new comers must embrace the heritage, culture, | | | | sign this statement as well. |
| customs, language and values of the country. | | | | There are a select group of people who can enter the |
| There is a book called "Life in Australia" that is required | | | | country without signing the Australian Values |
| reading for anyone who is requesting a visa for the | | | | Statement. This group includes those entering the |
| country, this is a guide to the regional issues and | | | | country from New Zealand on a special visa and |
| norms. This requirement is for everyone making | | | | those who are traveling on a visitor's visa. Of course |
| application for permanent or provisional visas and for a | | | | the Australian way of life is unique in many ways and |
| few of those applying for temporary visas. If you are | | | | it is understandable that the Australian government |
| applying for a Humanitarian visa it's not required | | | | works to maintain a standard with newcomers. It is |
| reading but it's advised reading. Should someone not | | | | important to them that when in Australia you do as the |
| be able to read they must have someone read it to | | | | Australians do. |